Nursery Care Provider (ages 6 months-5 years)

• Reports to: Director of Lifespan Faith Formation
• Status: Part-time, 2.5 hours/week; 9 months of the year (negotiable to year round position)
• FLSA: Non-exempt, $25/hour
• To Apply: Email [email protected]
• Effective: Immediately and open until filled

Job Summary

Our Nursery Care provider will provide care and age appropriate activities for infants through preschoolers that align with our Unitarian Universalist values.

General Description:
Under the supervision of the Director of Lifespan Faith Formation, the Nursery Care Provider has the overall responsibility for caring for infants, toddlers and preschoolers ages 0-5 primarily on a Sunday morning. Age appropriate care and play will be provided during the Sunday service time. This position requires availability in person from 10:30- 1:00 pm Sunday mornings. Other times may be requested for a special activity or event but are not required.

Areas of Responsibility:

• Ensure the set up of the nursery for children and open at least 15 minutes before worship service begins (11:15am).
• On Sunday mornings, supervise and care for children ages 0-5 years in the nursery, and if no children are present, assist volunteers in the Elementary Religious Education group.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities, supporting their growth and development.
• Follow childcare policies and procedures for wellness, safety, and communication.
• Develop a rapport with parents/guardians of children in nursery care program
• Maintain an attractive, sanitary, orderly space with all equipment and supplies in good condition.
• Conduct inventory checks and inform the Director of Religious Education or designee when supplies/equipment are needed.
• Clean & sanitize equipment and store away all items used in the nursery space.

Skills/Qualifications Required:
Person should be at least 18 years of age.
Knowledgeable about the needs of children 0 to 5 years of age.
Ability to be outgoing and friendly with people of all ages and identities, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Able to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers, children, and families.
Able to lift up to 30 pounds.
Able to stoop and sit at children’s level.
Punctual and reliable.
Respect for, comfort with, and sensitivity to the liberal religious beliefs of Unitarian Universalism. Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check.
CPR certified or willing to become certified.